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EFCC Seeks Deeper Collaboration with Police

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

The Director of Investigations, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Commander of the EFCC, CE Abdulkarim Chukkol has called for deeper collaboration between officers of the Commission and the Nigeria Police Force. He made the call in Abuja while on a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory, FCT Command, Saka Adewale Alao. Chukkol, who was accompanied on the visit by the Acting Director, Abuja Zonal Directorate, Assistant Commander of the EFCC, ACE I Michael Wetkas said the essence of the visit was to smoothen any work-related friction or misconception that may arise between operational and tactical officers of both law enforcement agencies. He noted that the success stories of the EFCC over the years have a direct bearing with collaboration with the Police. While appreciating the CP for receiving him and his entourage, Chukkol said that though the journey ahead was arduous, he was certain the new CP was equal to the task going by his good track record. In his response, CP Alao appreciated the Director and his team for the visit, stating that, “interestingly, on record, you are the first from EFCC to visit the FCT Command”. He noted that the strength of law enforcement was in in synergy and strategic collaboration at different levels to effectively deal with crimes. He further assured the team of his collaboration. Alao further noted that ‘Nobody is an island. Where one’s knowledge and experience stops, that of the other person starts and that is why we will come together and become stronger and better’. Other members of the entourage include Assistant Commander of the EFCC , ACE I Husseini Seidu, ACE I Adenike Sanni, ACE II Aliyu Wali Abubakar, ACE II Olayinka Macauly, Chief Superintendent of the EFCC, CSE Ngoundu Nguetar and Assistant Superintendent of the EFCC, ASE II Obinna Esinwa.

Tinubu Returns From France Today – Presidency

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

President Bola Tinubu will return to Nigeria today from his work visit to France, the Presidency has said. The President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Monday. Tinubu left Nigeria on April 2, 2025, for Paris, France, on a short work visit. According to the Presidency, Tinubu used the retreat to review the progress of ongoing reforms and engage in strategic planning ahead of his administration’s second anniversary. The President’s latest trip had been faulted by major opposition leaders who criticised him for being away despite the rising insecurity in the country, especially in Benue and Plateau states, where scores of residents have been killed in attacks on several communities. A former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, had asked President Bola Tinubu to end his trip to France and address the spate of insecurity in Nigeria. Atiku questioned Tinubu’s continued stay in the European country despite the spate of killings across Nigeria. “While Tinubu dines under chandeliers in the land of good governance, the country he governs is spiraling into chaos. Plateau has turned into a killing field — over 100 lives lost in relentless attacks,” his spokesman, Paul Ibe, said in a statement on April 17. Similarly, a former presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, urged Tinubu to suspend his France trip and urgently return to Nigeria to address the deteriorating security situation, particularly in Plateau and Benue states. He also said the primary duty of any government is securing the lives and property of its citizens, and one wondered why the type of retreat was going on in another country where peace had been secured by their leaders, “while blood continues to flow in our country”. “I am compelled at this time in our lives as a nation to call on our retreating President’s attention to the security challenges at home, which entail that he immediately suspend his ongoing retreat in a foreign land and come home to address the overwhelming security situation across the country.” “In the two weeks you have been away, over 150 Nigerians have lost their lives to insecurity across Nigeria, especially in Plateau and Zamfara states. “I therefore urge Mr President to quickly suspend whatever he is doing in France and rush home to take responsibility by addressing these disturbing issues. That is the new Nigeria the nation seeks,” he said. But the Presidency noted that the Tinubu had maintained constant communication with key government officials, overseeing critical national matters, including directives to security chiefs to address emerging threats in some parts of the country.

In Pope Francis’s Death, The Poor and Migrants Have Lost A Friend

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago12 mins

Former President Muhammadu Buhari joins Christians all across the world in mourning the demise of the Head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, who departed the earth on Easter Monday. In a reaction to the news of the death, the former President said Christians in Nigeria and all over the world would miss the exemplary leadership of the church by a Pope who served the poor and the weak, and cared much about migrants and refugees. “He was a Pope who strove to build a beneficial, complementary relationship between the followers of the world’s two greatest religions — Islam and Christianity. “Just hours before his demise, he made a call for an end to the war in Gaza. I hope Israel and Hamas will heed this call in final respect to the Pope who had the distinction of bringing climate change to the Vatican, and recognising the Palestinian State,” said the former President. The former President wishes for a new leader who will build on the inspiring legacies of Pope Francis.

Tinubu Mourns The Passing of Pope Francis

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined the Catholic faithful and Christians worldwide in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. President Tinubu stated this in an hearfelt massage penned to the Vaticans. “A humble servant of God, tireless champion of the poor, and guiding light for millions. His passing, coming just after the celebration of Christ’s Resurrection, is a sacred return to his Maker at a time of renewed hope for Christians. “His Holiness served the Church and the Master of the Church until the end. In 2013, he stepped onto the global stage with a message of mercy, urging us to see the face of Christ in the marginalised, the refugees, the migrants, and the forgotten. “He challenged the powerful to act with justice, called nations to welcome the stranger, and reminded us that our common home—this Earth—is a gift we must protect for future generations. “He was an instrument of peace who deeply embodied the message of Christ: love for God and love for humanity. In a time of division, he built bridges between faiths and the rich and the poor. “He was a steadfast advocate for the developing world, where he consistently spoke against economic injustice and ceaselessly prayed for peace and stability in troubled regions. “His encyclicals were not only doctrinal and seminal but also timely and relevant. Through his pastoral letters, the Pope offered spiritual clarity and hope in an increasingly complex world. He charted a path of renewal for all humanity through his words and deeds. “In my 2025 Easter Message, I joined the Christian faithful in thanksgiving for the convalescing Pontiff. I was happy to watch his appearance to deliver the traditional Easter Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Basilica. “Alas, the Lord called him home a day after, making the world lose its most trenchant voice for justice and action against climate change. May the good Lord, whom he served with all his might, receive him into His eternal bosom. “As we mourn the late Pontiff, let us also celebrate his legacy. Let us honour him not with words alone but with action: by lifting those who are down, healing our communities, and defending the dignity of every person. “On behalf of the government and the people of Nigeria, I extend condolences to the Catholic Church, the global Catholic community, and the Christian faithful. “May God Almighty grant His beloved servant eternal rest.”

Akwa Ibom Police Rescue 2 Day Old Baby Sold for ₦800,000

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command have arrested members of a suspected child trafficking syndicate and rescued a two-day-old baby allegedly sold for ₦800,000. The arrest was made during a routine patrol along the Nsit Atai/Oron Road, where officers intercepted a Mazda vehicle with three occupants—two women and a man—alongside the newborn. The vehicle’s occupants were unable to provide a credible explanation for being in possession of the infant. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, the two women, Nasikpo Sonia Labere and Inemesit Okin Akpan, confessed that they had been sent from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, by two individuals—identified as Waazor Godwin and Lilian Duru—to collect the baby from a woman named Grace Inyang in Oron. Their statements led police investigators to uncover more details about the illicit operation. Subsequent investigations resulted in the arrest of Alison Eduno, who allegedly facilitated the transaction. Police also apprehended the baby’s mother and grandmother, 20-year-old Blessing Walter and 55-year-old Grace Walter, respectively. Both women, residents of Oti Oron, confessed to selling the newborn for ₦800,000. The rescued baby has since been handed over to the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare in Uyo for care and protection while the investigation continues. All suspects involved are currently in police custody, as authorities work to dismantle the trafficking network.

Nigerians React as Presidential Aide Applauds First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s Humility for Kneeling to Greet Afenifere Leader

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago01 mins

Nigerians are reacting to a recent post by Sunday Dare, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to President Bola Tinubu, in which he praised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for showing humility by kneeling to greet Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti. The gesture took place in Akure, the Ondo State capital, during a recent visit. Dare shared a photo of the moment on social media, commending the First Lady for her respectful conduct. However, the post has drawn mixed reactions online. While some praised the act as a sign of cultural respect, others criticized Dare for highlighting it in an official capacity. Critics argued that such displays, though personal and symbolic, are not matters of national importance and should not be amplified by government officials.

CBEX Scam Identified, Report Reveals Nigerian Connection

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago08 mins

As Nigerian investors in the crashed Ponzi cryptocurrency platform, CryptoBridge Exchange – CBEX continue to gnash their teeth over their losses, Nigerian promoters of the pyramid scheme have been exposed. Although subject to confirmation, an estimated N1.3 trillion was believed to have disappeared when the fraudsters crashed the platform on Monday, days after investors were denied the withdrawal access from their assets wallet. The development has generated nationwide reactions, with the anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), pledging to recover the victims’ funds. This is as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) publicly declared that the scheme was unlicensed and had no authority to participate in Nigeria’s capital market. SEC said it’s preliminary investigations carried revealed that CBEX engaged in promotional activities to create a false perception of legitimacy to entice unsuspecting members of the public into investing monies. It further noted that the scheme promised high guaranteed returns within a short timeframe. “CBEX has failed to honour withdrawal requests from their subscribers and abruptly closed their physical offices, amid mounting complaints,” SEC noted. According to a report by an investigative online newspaper, FIJ, it unveiled the identities of some of the promoters of the fraudulent scheme. Prior to its crash, CBEX operated in Nigeria as an affiliate or subsidiary of ST Investment Co., Ltd owned by 55-year-old Briton, Harold David Charles. ST Investment Co. Ltd reportedly partly launched itself into Nigeria and the people’s consciousness through media publications between January 27 and 28, promoting Charles as a thoroughbred investment expert and wealth manager. The cross-published report stated, “It is worth mentioning that ST Investment Co. Ltd has also established an important strategic partnership with CryptoBridge Exchange. With his forward-looking strategic vision, Harold David Charles promotes cooperation between the two parties to provide investors with a safe, efficient and transparent digital asset trading environment.” However, while CBEX was not registered as an entity, it was floated by ST Technologies International, which was registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), and issued an anti-money laundering certificate with registration number SC 251514550 by the EFCC’s Special Control Unit Against Money Laundering (SCUML) on January 26. It has other affiliates which include Smart Treasure and Super Technology, all of which were consistent with ST as initials. According to the report, individuals like Adefowora Abiodun and Oluwanisola Adefowora were both leaders and representatives of CBEX in Nigeria. The newspaper could not establish the relationship between the two either as couple or siblings. Another persons associated with CBEX included Seyi Oloyede and Emmanuel Uko, who were identified as members . Abiodun had on February 10, 2025 led his team to open a CBEX office in Abuja, “I am introducing this platform to you again. It is called ST CBEX platform where we trade everyday, we make money and we live a good life. We encourage our people and we also bring people onboard so that you need to make money [alone], you don’t need to live a good life [alone]. Tell people about it. Let people know, let them come onboard and enjoy life.” Over than two months earlier on November 30, 2024, a scantily-attended seminar was organised in Lagos where the attendees were encouraged to bring their “friends and enemies” to sign up, abandon salaried jobs and earn a month’s salary in a day. One of the team lead at the event was one Victor Solomon, whose name was displayed in a video report. Aside from organising seminars in expensive hotel halls and at roadshows, or dispatching agents to bring in new subscribers, CBEX’s promoters also sponsored other programmes including a school inter-house sports as a strategy to gain people’s confidence in the scheme. One of such is sponsoring the inter-house sports competition of MAXFEM International Schools, Alagbado, Lagos on February 10. Proprietor of the school, Mr Olufemi Stephen Oguntola, said he did not know about CBEX until a friend linked him with a key promoter, Temitayo Oklet (Temitayo Oke), from Ibadan, Oyo State. Oguntola said who knew he was yet to get a sponsor for the sports competition connected him with Temitayo, and they agreed on N400,000 as a sponsorship fee for Yellow House. “He paid it through my friend,” Oguntola told the newspaper. “He told me that ‘ST CBEX House’ was their preferred name, and that was why we wrote it on the children’s sportswear. I had never seen him until the competition day and after that day, I have not seen him again. When I heard of the problem, I called him several times but he ignored my calls.” Oguntola admitted that due diligence on CBEX was not carried out before he acceptedd the sponsorship. “I did not do any background checks. I accepted their offer because a friend of my mine was the link between us. He also invested in the scheme and lost about $10,000, with the exception of the subscribers affiliated with him,” Oguntola said.

Tragic Collapse of Equal Right Restaurant in Ojodu-Berger, Lagos: One Dead, 13 Rescued

Fola Badmus5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

A poorly built three-storey building housing the popular Equal Right Restaurant and Bar on Oremeta Street, Ojodu-Berger, Lagos, collapsed around 8 a.m., leaving one person dead and 13 others rescued. The incident, which occurred in a bustling area, sparked panic as restaurant workers, customers, and a family were trapped under the rubble. Details of the Incident The building, described as old and partially occupied, had its ground floor in use as a restaurant, bar, and parking lot, while the upper floors remained unoccupied. Reports indicate the structure was undergoing unapproved construction work, which may have contributed to its collapse. Eyewitnesses described the building as a “ticking time bomb,” with concerns about its structural integrity raised long before the tragedy. The collapse occurred shortly after some restaurant workers arrived, catching occupants and passersby by surprise. Emergency response teams, including the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA), Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Nigeria Police, and others, were swiftly mobilized following a distress call at 8:32 a.m. By Saturday evening, 13 victims, including restaurant staff, customers, and a family, were rescued, with one adult confirmed dead. Rescue Efforts and Response Rescue operations continued into the night, with responders using both light and heavy-duty equipment to carefully clear debris and reach “ground zero” to ensure no one remained trapped. The rescued victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and were attended to by the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS) before being transported to hospitals for further treatment. LASEMA’s Permanent Secretary, Dr. Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu, emphasized the need for property owners to seek proper approvals before altering ageing structures, noting that unapproved modifications likely contributed to the collapse. The Lagos State Government has launched an investigation to determine the exact cause and hold the building’s owner accountable. Community Impact and Reactions Residents expressed grief and frustration, with some recounting narrow escapes. One local, Chike, shared that he avoided eating at the restaurant the previous night, a decision that likely saved his life. Posts on X reflected community concern, with users urging people to check on loved ones in the Ojodu-Berger area. This incident marks the second building collapse in Lagos within weeks, highlighting ongoing concerns about structural safety in the state. Authorities have cordoned off the site, and rescue efforts are ongoing to ensure no further victims remain trapped. Moving Forward As the investigation continues, the tragedy underscores the urgent need for stricter building regulations and regular inspections to prevent such disasters. The Ojodu-Berger community mourns the loss of life and prays for the recovery of the injured, while emergency responders work tirelessly to provide closure to affected families.